Are you passionate about safety and well-being? Do you have a keen eye for potential hazards and a strong commitment to maintaining a secure environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Safety Consultant at Nestle Purina PetCare. As a Safety Consultant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of our people. Your expertise in identifying and mitigating risks, combined with your knowledge of safety protocols and procedures, will be instrumental in maintaining a secure and nurturing environment for all animals in our care. If you are a detail-oriented individual with a genuine love for animals and a passion for safety, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position. This role is based in Blayney and is a 12 – month contract.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with Nestlé Global Standards, 45001 & 14001, and legal requirements for site safety, health, and environmental (SHE) practices.
• Develop necessary documents for the SHE management system.
• Implement processes required for the effective implementation of the management system.
• Provide coaching and guidance to the site on the application and implementation of the SHE management system.
• Ensure all critical operation controls have proper documentation in place as per Nestlé standards.
• Identify and assess risks associated with site activities.
• Develop and implement an emergency management system.
• Implement contractor management and associated permit-to-work (PTW) system.
• Ensure timely reporting of incidents, completion of investigations, and closure of corrective actions.
• Report SHE performance to site management, including lead and lag indicators.
• Identify, develop, and implement improvement initiatives to enhance site SHE performance.
• Ensure compliance with measuring and monitoring requirements, such as workplace inspections and mandatory compliance inspections.
• Support and influence visible SHE leadership on the shop floor, including management and leadership of the SHE committee.
• Develop and document the process for the site safety committee.
• Conduct and coordinate SHE training according to the annual training plan and requirements.                                      

Skills and experience:

• Proficient in developing and implementing systems to meet ISO 14001 & 45001 (or similar) standards.
• Extensive experience in health and safety roles.
• Proven track record of working independently and achieving desired outcomes.
• Skilled in navigating complex situations to achieve results.
• Experienced in conducting effective training sessions for small groups.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and coach others.
• Holds formal qualifications in health and safety.
• Possesses a diverse background that can be applied to the pet care center.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition, we offer:

• Varied career experiences and personalised development support
• Wellbeing benefits including vaccinations and health insurance discounts
• Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and program
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Purchase Leave Scheme
• Volunteering leave, Sports leave, Emergency Services leave
• Discounted Nestlé products

Applicants must have full Australian working rights.